Reading is mysuperpower!

We believe all children should have free access to a wide range of books, and we work with local schools and communities in pursuit of that goal.

The Acorn Group have been involved with local schools, charities and communities for over 30 years. In 2018 we, with the help of the public, our clients and staff, refurbished and restocked the library of St Saviour’s School in Lewisham. The project had such a positive impact on the lives of children within the school, that we decided to develop the book collection idea into an ongoing initiative.

The Acorn Book Club (ABC) is now the primary focus of our charitable giving and CSR work and we are proud to be working with more schools than ever to ensure children across South East London and North Kent have free access to good quality books.

“This is exactly the kind of investment that we need more of. The help that it will give young people should not be underestimated."

Damien Egan, The Mayor of Lewisham

“It’s an incredible project which will do wonders for our students, and have an impact on their entire lives."

Dean Houson, Headteacher, St Saviour’s School, Lewisham

“We cannot believe the generosity of the general public. It’s the best thing that’s happened to this school in years."

Jo Chandler, Chair of Governors, St Saviour’s School, Lewisham

“This is such an exciting event. It's great to have a dedicated space for reading - it's most important."

Christine May, The Mayor of Greenwich

“It’s great to see the School Council’s plans come to life with over 650 books donated by the Acorn Book Club!"

Maria Hill, Headteacher, Cherry Orchard School, Greenwich

How Can You Help?

Whether we have an active campaign or not, we are always collecting books ready to be distributed to a school or community project in need.

If you’d like to help, there are a number ways you can do so.

Book Drop off

If you’d like to make a donation of pre-loved books, we’d be absolutely delighted to take them off your hands! All Acorn Group estate agency offices act as drop off points for ABC donations, so please refer to our directory to find your closest branch.

Amazon Wishlist

If you haven’t held on to your children’s old books but you’d still like to make a donation to the ABC, feel free to purchase one from the ‘top 100 kids books’ on our Amazon Wishlist and we’ll ensure it goes to a good home.

Print Our Poster

If you'd like to support our campaign, you can print a copy of our poster and put it up in your office staff room, school/library noticeboard, or shop window. Don't forget to post a photo of it on social and mention @acornbookclub!

Make A Donation

You can also make a financial donation (which will go solely towards brand new books) using our Paypal form and any Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover card.

Drop Off Locations

Beckenham

Langford Russell

3-5 Kelsey Park Road, Beckenham, Kent BR3 6LH

Bexleyheath

Acorn

210 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 7BD

Blackfen

Acorn

258 Blackfen Road, Blackfen, Kent DA15 8PW

Blackheath Village

John Payne

1 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath Village, London SE3 0TA

Blackheath Standard

John Payne

11 Stratheden Parade, Blackheath, London SE3 7SX

Brockley

Acorn

409 Brockley Road, Brockley, London SE4 2PH

Bromley South

Langford Russell

19-23 Masons Hill, Bromley, Kent BR2 9HD

Bromley North

The Acorn Group HQ

1 Sherman Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3JH

Camberwell

Acorn

27 Denmark Hill, Camberwell, London SE5 8RS

Catford

Acorn

128 Rushey Green, Catford, London SE6 4HQ

Chislehurst

Langford Russell

7a High Street, Chislehurst, Kent BR7 5AB

Crystal Palace

Acorn

29 Westow Street, Crystal Palace, London SE19 3RW

Dartford

Acorn

5 Market Street, Dartford, Kent DA1 1EY

Dulwich

Acorn

98 Lordship Lane, Dulwich, London SE22 8HF

Eltham

Acorn

18 Well Hall Road, Eltham, London SE9 6SF

Forest Hill

Acorn

58 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3HF

Greenwich (East)

John Payne

11-15 Woolwich Road, Greenwich, London SE10 0RA

Greenwich (West)

John Payne

227 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich, London SE10 8NB

Grove Park

Acorn

321 Baring Road, Grove Park, London SE12 0DZ

Kennington

Acorn

325 Kennington Road, Kennington, London SE11 4QE

Lee

John Payne

119 Burnt Ash Road, Lee, London SE12 8RA

Lewisham

Acorn

153 High Street, Lewisham, London SE13 6AA

Locksbottom

Langford Russell

423 Crofton Road, Locksbottom, Kent BR6 8NL

London Bridge

Acorn

116-118 Bermondsey Street, London Bridge, London SE1 3TX

Orpington

Langford Russell

280 High Street, Orpington, Kent BR6 0ND

Peckham Rye

Acorn

30-32 Peckham Rye, Peckham, London SE15 4JR

Plumstead Common

Acorn

140 Plumstead Common Road, Plumstead, London SE18 2UL

Plumstead High Street

Acorn

105 Plumstead High Street, Plumstead, London SE18 1SB

Sidcup

Acorn

104 High Street, Kent, DA14 6DS

Streatham

Acorn

4 Streatham High Road, London, SW16 1DB

Swanley

Acorn

8 High Street, Swanley, Kent BR8 8BE

Sydenham

Acorn

278 - 280 Kirkdale, Sydenham, London SE26 4RS

West Wickham

Langford Russell

7 High Street, West Wickham, Kent BR4 0LP

Welling

Acorn

2a Bellegrove Road, Welling, Kent DA16 3PR

Woolwich

Acorn

93 Woolwich New Road, Woolwich, London SE18 6EF

Need our help?

If you’re directly involved with a school or local organisation that works with children, and could benefit from a supply of used and new children’s school books, please fill in the form below and we’ll see if we can help.